1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
